Construction Laborers

realistic interests physical labor construction structure signal operators power tools clean measure surface read plans

Construction Laborer, Construction Worker, Equipment Operator (EO), Post Framer

Where in the military? Select a military branch to see samples.
Heavy Repair Superintendent; Pavements and Construction Equipment; Pavements and Construction Equipment Craftsman; Pavements and Construction Equipment Journeyman; Special Reconnaissance; Special Reconnaissance Craftsman; Special Reconnaissance Journeyman; Special Reconnaissance Superintendent; Structural Apprentice; Structural Helper
Bridge Crewmember; Cannon Crewmember; Carpentry and Masonry Specialist; Cavalry Scout; Combat Engineer; Construction Engineering Technician; Horizontal Construction Engineer; Indirect Fire Infantryman; Infantryman; M1 Armor Crewman
Damage Controlman; Material Maintenance Specialty
Antitank Missile Gunner; Artillery Unit Leader; Combat Engineer; Combat Engineer Officer; Engineer Equipment Operator; Expeditionary Airfield Systems Technician; Infantry Unit Leader; Light Armored Reconnaissance (LAR) Operations Chief; Light Armored Reconnaissance Marine; Operations Chief
Advanced Builder; Advanced Equipment Operator; Builder; Constructionman Apprentice; Constructionman Recruit; Facilities Construction/Facilities Services Officer; Maintenance Technician; Master Chief Constructionman; Public Works Officer; Steelworker
No similar titles were found.
What they do:
Perform tasks involving physical labor at construction sites. May operate hand and power tools of all types: air hammers, earth tampers, cement mixers, small mechanical hoists, surveying and measuring equipment, and a variety of other equipment and instruments. May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, erect scaffolding, and clean up rubble, debris, and other waste materials. May assist other craft workers.
On the job, you would:
  • Tend pumps, compressors, or generators to provide power for tools, machinery, or equipment or to heat or move materials, such as asphalt.
  • Lubricate, clean, or repair machinery, equipment, or tools.
  • Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, or adjustment of machinery, equipment, or materials.

Knowledge

Engineering and Technology

  • building and construction
  • mechanical

Safety and Government

  • public safety and security

Skills

Basic Skills

  • talking to others
  • listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions

Problem Solving

  • noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it

Abilities

Hand and Finger Use

  • hold or move items with your hands
  • keep your arm or hand steady

Controlled Movement

  • use your arms and/or legs together while sitting, standing, or lying down
  • quickly change the controls of a machine, car, truck or boat

Endurance

  • exercise for a long time without getting out of breath

Physical Strength

  • lift, push, pull, or carry

Personality

People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.

They do well at jobs that need:

  • Attention to Detail
  • Dependability
  • Cooperation
  • Integrity
  • Stress Tolerance
  • Concern for Others

Technology

You might use software like this on the job:

Spreadsheet software

  • Microsoft Excel Hot Technology

Electronic mail software

  • Microsoft Outlook Hot Technology

Office suite software

  • Microsoft Office software Hot Technology

Education

high school diploma/GED or
no high school diploma/GED
usually needed

Get started on your career:

Find Training
Find Certifications
Find Licenses
Apprenticeship.gov

Job Outlook

Bright
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.

Salary:

$46,730
$34,200
$77,530
Check out my state
Local Salary Info
Find Jobs

Explore More

You might like a career in one of these industries:

See more details at O*NET OnLine about construction laborers.